Comparison between BENZAC Ac 5 Wash vs. PanOxyl 10% Acne Foaming Wash

- 8 components -
- 19 components -

Find out which product is better for your skin.

Ingredients in both products 4
Components only in BENZAC Ac 5 Wash 4
Acrylates Copolymer, Carbomer 940, Sodium C14-C16 Olefin Sulfonate, Citric Acid
Uniqueness: 50.0%
Components only in PanOxyl 10% Acne Foaming Wash 15
Uniqueness: 78.9%

Face to Face

Components position by position
1
Benzoyl Peroxide
1
Benzoyl Peroxide
2
Acrylates Copolymer
2
Cetearyl Alcohol
3
Glycerin
3
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
4
Carbomer 940
4
Glycerin
5
Sodium C14-C16 Olefin Sulfonate
5
Glycolic Acid
6
Sodium Hydroxide
6
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
7
Citric Acid
7
Imidurea
8
Water
8
Lactic Acid
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Positive Effects

Find out what good effects the product has
Both products provide the following effects: , Moisturizing, Cleansing, Acne fighting, Softening, Soothing, Lightening, Hair structure improvement, Hair gloss, Hair growth stimulating
Effects unique for Ac 5 Wash:
Antioxidant, Lifting
Effects unique for 10% Acne Foaming Wash:
UV Protection, Anti-aging, Healing, Rejuvenation, Hair conditioning
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ECO Metrics

Find out how eco-friendly the components are
Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
3 out of 8
38%
chemical
3 out of 8
38%
natural
6 out of 19
32%
chemical
10 out of 19
53%

Concerns

Pay attention to these components
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Components by Skin Type

Find out what components are good or bad for your skin type
Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Glycerin#3Benzoyl Peroxide#1
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#7
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 2
Glycerin#4Sodium PCA#17Benzoyl Peroxide#1Sodium Lauryl Sulfate#16
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Glycolic Acid#5
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 2
Titanium Dioxide#18Glycolic Acid#5Lactic Acid#8

Detailed view

BENZAC Ac 5 Wash vs. PanOxyl 10% Acne Foaming Wash
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#1Benzoyl Peroxide

Origin: chemical
Role: Antiacne agent, Oxidizing agent
Cleansing
Acne fighting
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin

Benzoyl Peroxide is very effective against acne. It destroys Propionibacterium acnes - a bacteria that causes this problem. That's why it works so great. It also helps to renew and exfoliate dead cells helping to make the skin cleaner. You can find this component in many anti-acne products.

BUT you should avoid this component if you have dry skin. Even people with oily skin notice that it dries the skin hard. Be careful!

Position 2

#2Acrylates Copolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Antistatic agent, Binding, Film former, Hair fixative
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
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#2Cetearyl Alcohol

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Foam booster, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Cetearyl Alcohol is used mostly for formulation purposes. It’s a very good emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer. It helps the ingredients mix better and it makes the product spread on your skin evenly. It also makes the product thicker. It doesn’t belong to harmful alcohols and it will not dry your skin.

Position 3

#3Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

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#3Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Cleansing agent, Foam booster, Hair conditioning, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Cleansing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a pH 4.5-5.5 liquid that is used to improve the overall efficiency of the formulation. It’s usually combined with different surfactants and is used because of its cleansing efficiency. It helps to remove sebum and dirt from the skin and hair. It also works as a foaming agent helping to make a pleasant foam.

Position 4

#4Carbomer 940

Origin: No information
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#4Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

Position 5

#5Sodium C14-C16 Olefin Sulfonate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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#5Glycolic Acid

Origin: natural
Role: Buffering agent, Exfoliant
Cleansing
Exfoliating
Anti-aging
Lightening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin

Glycolic Acid is the most researched AHA with proven efficiency and it’s a super powerful component. It’s a great exfoliator, meaning it helps to remove dead skin cells preventing bacterial growth, and make your skin look fresh and smooth. It helps to remove dark spots and areas, making skin tone even. But the most serious reason for using this component is that it helps to produce collagen, which is very important for keeping your skin healthy. This is what makes Glycolic Acid so special. Pay attention, that using any AHA makes your skin more UV sensitive. It’s very important to use good sunscreen after applying AHA.

It's an exfoliator, meaning it increases UV sensitivity of your skin. That's why it's very important to use sunscreen after it.
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